The delightful, original sandstone residence (built around 1860) has been beautifully maintained & refurbished over the years in keeping with its unique charm & incorporating modern day comforts.
The residence creates an excellent & lasting impression with an imposing facade of character stone with brick quoins, old-fashioned verandah & an enchanting front door.
Lovingly preserved prominent internal characteristics include rich solid timber floors, rendered stone walls, high ceilings, open fire places with mantles, built-in cabinetry, colonial timber frame windows & an excellent dry cellar.
On the lower level there are generously proportioned rooms including the impressive sitting room with French doors leading to the side verandah with views over the cottage garden. There is a 3rd bedroom, bathroom, laundry & kitchen with casual meals area. The kitchen has been refurbished with style & efficiency in mind including an abundance of cupboards integrating the feature bench top crafted from timber by a renowned cabinet maker from walnut trees that were in the garden.
The upper level, via the wide staircase with decorative balustrade, comprises spacious master bedroom with excellent built-in robes & draws, study/parent's retreat, bedroom 2 & a sparkling bathroom with bath, shower, vanity & toilet.
Additional features include solar hot water system, hydronic wood heater in the kitchen connect to radiators in each room, 'Miele' oven, dishwasher & other quality fixtures & fittings throughout, along with excellent storage provisions.
External improvements include large timber deck with a grandstand view over the rear garden & rural property next door, excellent rainwater storage, double carport & valuable dual access to the rear of the block.
Set on extensive grounds (approximately 2917 sqm) the stunning gardens have been cultivated into a gardener's paradise creating a most picturesque setting full of botanical treasures with a myriad of plantings providing changing seasonal colour & a multitude of edible delights.
Convenient location on the bus route to the CBD & Stirling, only a 6 minute commute to Stirling & 15 minutes to the CBD with easy access via Greenhill Road, Norton Summit Road or the SE Freeway.
This property breathes a typical hills lifestyle with all the pleasures that contribute to this way of life. With charm, warmth & traditional elegance this property will suit anyone looking for an exceptional, well-appointed residence with a spectacular garden.
RLA 61791
